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Abhik Roy
Education
Western Michigan University
Ph.D. in Program Evaluation
Kalamazoo, MI
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Michigan Technological University
M.S. in Mathematics
Houghton, MI
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West Virginia Wesleyan College
B.S. in Mathematics
Buckhannon, WV
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Professional Experience
Associate Research Scientist
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
Current - 2024
- Applied Advanced Research Methods. Conducted quantitative and qualitative studies to address complex questions in policy and practice.
- Built Relationships with Stakeholders. Engaged with funders, partners, and collaborators to align research initiatives and program evaluations with broader study goals.
- Conducted Data Analysis. Analyzed large educational, survey, and open text data sets, generating insights to drive decision-making and inform strategic initiatives.
- Created Accessible Data Visualizations. Designed data visualizations using R and Shiny to communicate insights to diverse audiences, improving usability and decision-making across teams.
- Delivered Presentations and Reports. Presented findings from evaluation studies to a wide range of audiences, including interdisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
- Developed Competitive Proposals. Led the creation of grant proposals, defining objectives, methodologies, and timelines to secure external funding for key projects.
- Facilitated Collaborative Efforts. Worked with external partners to align research findings with practical applications and policy development.
- Led Interdisciplinary Teams. Guided collaborative research efforts to generate innovative solutions and enhance project outcomes.
- Managed Research and Evaluation Projects. Directed the planning and execution of small to medium-sized research and evaluation projects aligned with project goals.
- Translated Research into Action. Applied research insights to support policy development and inform the design and evaluation of programs.
Assistant Professor
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
2023 - 2016
- Analyzed and Visualized Data. Processed and visualized data from internal and external sources, creating over 20 interactive visualizations using RMarkdown and Shiny.
- Delivered Presentations at National Conferences. Presented research findings and methodologies to diverse audiences at over 20 conferences.
- Developed and Automated Data Systems. Created systems to automate data collection, cleaning, and analysis, increasing efficiency and accuracy across multiple projects.
- Designed and Launched Web-Based Surveys. Developed interactive surveys using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript on the Qualtrics platform, generating over 7,000 responses.
- Led and Contributed to Program Evaluations. Played a key role in 12 program evaluations, including serving as the lead evaluator on federally funded projects.
- Mentored and Supported Trainees. Supervised three Master’s students and one PhD student, guiding them to the successful completion of their degrees and contributing to their professional growth.
- Published Written Reports and Articles. Authored over 10 publications in leading journals, contributing to advancements in program evaluation and social science.
- Taught Research and Data Science Skills. Instructed over 500 students in research methods, evaluation, and analysis with a focus on data science.
Data Analyst
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
2016 - 2014
- Analyzed the Impact of Student Services. Conducted qualitative and quantitative analysis to assess the effect of advising and engagement initiatives on student retention and graduation outcomes.
- Built Web Applications and Dashboards. Automated data extraction and visualization using R and Tableau, improving access and reporting for student-level data from the university’s Oracle server.
- Conducted Research to Improve Retention. Developed statistical models that identified gaps in student retention strategies, contributing to a 3% to 5% increase in retention rates for at-risk groups.
- Designed and Executed Questionnaires. Developed and implemented surveys for approximately 300 students and staff, achieving response rates between 47% and 91% across various projects.
- Developed an Evaluation Model for Advising. Created a comprehensive evaluation model by integrating a Delphi study, mixed-methods research, and survival analysis of student retention data.
- Led Tailored Evaluations. Conducted needs assessments and led participatory evaluations for non-academic units, focusing on data-driven insights and stakeholder empowerment.
Select Evaluation Work
Lead Program Evaluator & Methodologist - Healthy Start Initiative (HRSA-19-049 Total Award: $5,470,000)
West Virginia University Research Corporation
Morgantown, WV
Current - 2023
- Conducted process, monitoring, and impact evaluations at the program level.
- Designed and validated survey tools, evaluating the experiences of more than 50 participants.
- Generated two comprehensive internal evaluation documents and prepared an evaluation proposal aimed at federal funding renewal.
- Implemented a mixed-methods study of longitudinal and cross-sectional data on smoking cessation in mothers and caretaker experiences.
Community Program Evaluator & Data Scientist
WVCTSI: West Virginia Clinical and Translational Science Institute (2017-NIH 2U54GM104942-02 Total Award: $20,000,000)
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
2022 - 2017
- Created over 100 data visualizations and developed four Shiny applications for comprehensive data exploration and research collaboration.
- Developed and disseminated tailored Qualtrics surveys, enhanced with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, reaching over 5,000 individuals.
- Directed local and multi-site evaluation studies, influencing five core medical research and community engagement units.
- Mentored multiple graduate students in social data science, leading them through successful research projects.
- Produced quarterly and annual evaluations, disseminating findings in both print and interactive formats via Rmarkdown.
- Utilized frequentist and Bayesian methods to analyze datasets, guiding the direction of eight programs.
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